After School Program Aides

High School Students: Get Paid to Make a Difference This School Year

Looking for a part-time job that's more meaningful than retail or food service?

Join Kamaʻāina Kids as an After School Group Leader Aide and spend your afternoons helping elementary students learn, play, and grow in a fun, supportive environment.

This is the perfect opportunity for high school students interested in education, childcare, leadership, coaching, social work, or simply gaining valuable work experience while making a positive impact in their community.

Hilo Area

Part-Time | $17/hr | No Evenings or Weekends

Why Students Love This Role

• Earn $17/hour

• Build leadership and communication skills

• Gain experience that looks great on college, scholarship, and job applications

• Work alongside experienced mentors and educators

• Have fun while making a difference in a child's day

• Consistent weekday schedule that works around school

What You'll Do

As a Group Leader Aide, you'll support our program team by:

• Assisting with games, activities, and crafts

• Helping younger students stay engaged and included

• Encouraging positive behavior and teamwork

• Supporting homework and learning activities

• Being a positive role model for elementary-aged children

• Helping create a safe and welcoming environment

Who Can Apply?

We're looking for motivated students who:

• Are currently a high school junior or senior

• Enjoy working with children

• Are dependable, responsible, and positive

• Can work weekday afternoons

• Want to develop leadership skills and gain real-world experience

Why Kama‘āina Kids?

We’re Hawai‘i’s largest locally owned nonprofit childcare provider, proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for five years running. Our mission is to enrich the lives of children and families through quality education and care—and we support our staff with training, structure, and aloha.

📢 Apply Today at jobs.kamaainakids.com

Bring your energy, your heart, and your willingness to learn—we’ll help you build the rest.

Please indicate your location preferences on your online application.
Visit kamaainakids.com for location information.

*Must be eligible to work in the U.S. and reside in Hawai‘i (or have plans to relocate).

Kama‘āina Kids is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences within our workforce ‘ohana.